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Leading Formula 3 Euroseries team Manor Motorsport just missed out on race victory during the final round of the campaign at Hockenheim in Germany today, Sunday, 25th October, when a drying track late-on led to the demise of rapid Spanish racer Roberto Merhi.

Looking well placed to claim his maiden F3 Euroseries race win, Merhi held a cushion of almost eight seconds in wet conditions with eight laps remaining having started the race from fifth on the grid. As a drying line became ever more prevalent though, the 18-year-old began to suffer with the reduction in grip from his treaded tyres.

On lap 18, Merhi was passed for the lead by Finnish racer Valtteri Bottas and although a podium still looked possible, unfortunate contact with the kerbs resulted in broken suspension and a bitterly disappointing retirement just four laps from the chequered flag. He was still classified as a finisher though in 13th position.

Pedro Enrique climbed through the order well from 21st on the grid – after retiring from Saturday’s 19th round – and on lap 12 the Brazilian sat an impressive eighth. Slipping out of the top 10 during the final third of the race, the 21-year-old concluded the 20th round in 12th place..... Click for more

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